Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Bryant 190 2005 vs Bryant 268 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Bryant 190 2005 vs Bryant 268 2013 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story: intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Bryant 268 2013 measures 26,7 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 8,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Bryant 190 2005 at 18,0 feet (2005). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Bryant 268 2013 tips the scales at 5 720 lbs - 2 960 lbs less than the Bryant 190 2005 at 2 760 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The Bryant 190 2005 carries a rated maximum of 5 hp. Engine data for the Bryant 268 2013 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Bryant 268 2013 carries 90 gallons versus 31 gallons in the Bryant 190 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Bryant 190 2005 is rated for up to 5 people. Passenger data for the Bryant 268 2013 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Bryant 268 2013 at 26,7 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Bryant 190 2005 at 18,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking - a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model Year2005
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam96 in. (8 ft. 0 in.)
Beam102 in.
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches96
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise17℃
Deadrise24℃ at transom
Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in.
Draft [drive up] - Detail25 in.
Draft [drive up] meters0.33
Draft [drive up] meters0.64
Draft [drive up] inches13
Draft [drive up] inches25
Draft [max] - Detail27 in.
Draft [max] - Detail38 in.
Draft [max] - Meters0.69
Draft [max] - Meters0.97
Draft [max] - Inches27
Draft [max] - Inches38
Weight - Detail2,760 lbs.
Weight - Detail5,720 lbs.
Weight - kg1251.91
Weight - kg2594.55
Weight - lbs.2760
Weight - lbs.5720
Height - Detail79 in. (6 ft. 7 in.) w/Trailer
Height - Detail98 in. with trailer
Height - Meters2.01
Height - Meters2.49
Height - Inches79
Height - Inches98
Length - Feet18
Length - Feet26.67
Length - Inches11
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 11 in.
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.77
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches227
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]26 ft. 8 in.
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard3.0 l
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail31 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Detail90 gal.
Fuel tank capacity - Liters117.35
Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69
Fuel tank capacity - Gal31
Fuel tank capacity - Gal90
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard
Engine max5.0 l
Engine maxnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Operational Info
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity13 gal.